Elementary Principal - One Year Interim Position
On-site · Maquoketa, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Elementary Principal for Grades 3-4, one-year interim; lead school improvement initiatives, supervise staff, manage resources and budget, support PLC/PBIS/LIM, ESSA implementation, staff development, and collaboration with Board, administrators, staff, parents and community to meet the needs of all learners. Requires eligibility for Iowa Administrative License and Evaluator Approval License; strong communication and public relations skills; use of technology tools to enhance organization and productivity; experience with PLC Framework/PBIS/LIM and elementary education (PK-5). Starting July 31, 2026, 220-day contract with compensation commensurate with demonstrated skills and experience.
Required Qualifications
- Must hold or be eligible for appropriate State of Iowa Administrative License and valid Evaluator Approval License
- Excellent Communication and Public Relations Skills
- Must be a team-oriented leader with a proven ability to work collaboratively with board members, administrators, staff and parents to meet the needs of all learners
- Must be willing and able to assume the role of an instructional leader in the 3-4 Elementary building while supporting the school improvement initiatives outlined in the district’s Every School Succeeds Act (ESSA)
- Must have the proven ability and willingness to implement meaningful changes to better meet the needs of all students
- Must have the ability to encourage and support all staff members while maintaining and monitoring accountability to insure success for all
- Demonstrated ability to utilize appropriate technological tools to enhance organization, communication and productivity
- Successful implementation or work with the PLC Framework/PBIS/LIM
- Successful experiences in Elementary (PK-5)
- Responsibilities: Provide effective, collaborative leadership for elementary students, staff, parents and community members
- Provide leadership and support of school initiatives designed to increase student achievement
- Effective supervision and evaluation of building staff
- Assist with staff development planning and training for building and district staff
- Effectively manage resources and maintain building budget
- Other duties normally assigned to this position as specified in Board Policy 303.5 Administrator Duties
- Rate of Compensation: To be established by the Board of Directors - Will be commensurate with demonstrated skills and successful experience.
- Terms of Contract: 220-day contract. Starting July 31, 2026.
- Apply at: www.maquoketaschools.org
- Tara Notz, Supt.
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